3 h. ago Presidency clarifies: Nigeria’s borrowing prudent economic policy, not recklessness

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has defended Nigeria’s rising debt levels, emphasising that borrowing is a necessary and strategic tool for economic development rather than a sign of financial imprudence. Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, responded on his official X account @SundayDareSD to criticisms from former senator […] The post Presidency clarifies: Nigeria’s borrowing prudent economic policy, not recklessness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Tinubu Might Soon Turn To Loan Apps For Borrowing – Dino Melaye

Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, has strongly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of reckless borrowing and wasteful spending despite Nigeria’s economic challenges. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Melaye warned that if the borrowing trend continues unchecked, the government might soon be forced to seek loans from local fintech platforms. […] The post Tinubu Might Soon Turn To Loan Apps For Borrowing – Dino Melaye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Government, Stakeholders Assure Tech Startups Of Technical, Funding Supports

The federal government and stakeholders in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector have assured local tech startups of technical and funding support to scale globally. The experts, who spoke on the sidelines of the just concluded GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference in Lagos, said that while startups in Nigeria don’t have […]

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23 h. ago Agriculture remains Nigeria’s strategic route to growth–LCCI

Tribune Online Agriculture remains Nigeria’s strategic route to growth–LCCI The Lagos Chambers of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has emphasised that Nigeria cannot afford to rely on crude oil as the anchor of the economy in this century, and that agriculture remains Nigeria’s most strategic pathway to diversification, job creation, poverty reduction, and inclusive growth. Gabriel Idahosa, President/Chairman of Council, Lagos Chamber of Commerce and […] Agriculture remains Nigeria’s strategic route to growth–LCCI Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Withdraw 5% Petroleum Product Tax Or Face Nationwide Strike, TUC Tells FG

The union says that the government policy, if implemented, will compound suffering, cripple businesses, and push millions of citizens deeper into poverty. The post Withdraw 5% Petroleum Product Tax Or Face Nationwide Strike, TUC Tells FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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37 h. ago Nigeria, Angola hold bilateral meeting to update legal instruments

Tribune Online Nigeria, Angola hold bilateral meeting to update legal instruments Nigeria and Angola are set to strengthen their bilateral relations with a joint commission meeting scheduled for 2025, aimed at updating the legal frameworks guiding their political, economic and military cooperation. Nigeria, Angola hold bilateral meeting to update legal instruments Tribune Online

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38 h. ago IATF 2027 will spotlight Lagos, Nigeria as Africa’s economic powerhouses —LCCI

Tribune Online IATF 2027 will spotlight Lagos, Nigeria as Africa’s economic powerhouses —LCCI Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has said the selection of Lagos as the host city for the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), in 2027, is capable of positioning Lagos and Nigeria as Africa’s economic powerhouse. The Chamber made the observation, in a statement, issued by its Director General, Dr. Chinyere Almona, on Sunday. It […] IATF 2027 will spotlight Lagos, Nigeria as Africa’s economic powerhouses —LCCI Tribune Online

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39 h. ago NBCC pushes for deeper Nigeria–UK trade ties at Lagos dialogue

The Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) has reaffirmed its role in driving stronger economic ties between Nigeria and the United read more NBCC pushes for deeper Nigeria–UK trade ties at Lagos dialogue

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40 h. ago Afrinvest Unveils 20th Edition Of Nigerian Banking Sector Report

In celebrating its 30th anniversary, Afrinvest (West Africa) Limited will unveil the 20th edition of its flagship Nigerian Banking Sector Report. The report, themed ‘ACT-BOLD: Turbocharging Nigeria to A New Growth Frontier’, highlights the need for extraordinary reforms and strategic investments to position Nigeria as a competitive player in the global economy. Speaking ahead of […]

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55 h. ago “N70,000 Can’t Sustain Workers” — NLC Tells Federal Government

  The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has said the N70,000 national minimum wage is no longer sustainable under Nigeria’s worsening economic realities. The demand came after several states reviewed their wage structures upwards. President Bola Tinubu had signed the National Minimum Wage Bill into law in July 2024, raising it from N30,000 to N70,000. But […] The post “N70,000 Can’t Sustain Workers” — NLC Tells Federal Government appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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57 h. ago The ME Economy: Acquiring marketable skills for today and the future

I have always advocated a ME Economy (see Businessday of 29 July 2023) for survival and quality living in Nigeria. read more The ME Economy: Acquiring marketable skills for today and the future

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60 h. ago Obi calls for tourism overhaul as Mbah opens Enugu conference

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Nigeria to reposition its tourism sector as a driver of economic growth, insisting that “a new Nigeria is possible if we shift from consumption to production.” Obi made the call on Saturday at the opening of […] The post Obi calls for tourism overhaul as Mbah opens Enugu conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Tinubu Hails VP Shettima, Iyabo Masha On NES Fellowship Honour

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima and other distinguished Nigerians on their conferment as Fellows of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), recognising their outstanding contributions to economic policy, research, and development. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu noted that the conferment on Monday, September 8, is a testament […]

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3 d. ago Prosperity without character is emptiness — Pastor Chukwuekezie

Tribune Online Prosperity without character is emptiness — Pastor Chukwuekezie Pastor Christian Chukwuekezie, Senior Pastor of The Fair Havens Christian Centre, Lagos, speaks with SEYI SOKOYA about the dangers of prosperity-only preaching, Nigeria’s economic crisis, why national and church leaders must embrace truth, not sycophancy. FOLLOWING Nigeria’s current economic challenges, which have contributed to inflation and hardship in the country, is there still hope for believers? […] Prosperity without character is emptiness — Pastor Chukwuekezie Tribune Online

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3 d. ago How Nigeria can utilise diaspora remittance to solve electricity, other critical sectors – Prof. Iskil Lawal

The federal government has been advised to establish a legal framework that would enable Nigeria to channel the billions of read more How Nigeria can utilise diaspora remittance to solve electricity, other critical sectors – Prof. Iskil Lawal

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3 d. ago Soun of Ogbomoso backs Presidential Economic Advisory, Foreign Intervention Promotion Councils

By Philip Nwos The Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, has expressed strong support for the work of the Presidential Economic Advisory Council (PEAC) and the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). The monarch led a delegation of traditional rulers from Ogbomoso on a courtesy visit to Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, Director-General of the […] The post Soun of Ogbomoso backs Presidential Economic Advisory, Foreign Intervention Promotion Councils appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Sherif Adekunle to represent young creatives at MIPCOM Cannes 2025

Tribune Online Sherif Adekunle to represent young creatives at MIPCOM Cannes 2025 In a landmark moment for African cinema, Dr. Sherif Olorunrinu Adekunle, a 32-year-old Nigerian producer and economist, has been awarded a delegate badge to attend MIPCOM Cannes 2025. This prestigious event marks a milestone for Africa, as it will feature its first-ever Creative Africa Content Pavilion (CAPCOP). Dr. Adekunle’s achievement is a testament to his […] Sherif Adekunle to represent young creatives at MIPCOM Cannes 2025 Tribune Online

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4 d. ago FG, China reaffirms commitment to deepen marine and Blue Economy development

From Idu Jude, Abuja The federal government of Nigeria, and the Republic of China, has reaffirmed commitment to deepen bi-lateral relationship in the area of Marine and Blue Economy development. The committee was made by both nations on Thursday in Abuja the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, received the Chinese Ambassador to […] The post FG, China reaffirms commitment to deepen marine and Blue Economy development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago FG considers new constitution, regional system, as Nwachukwu renews call for true federalism

By Chukwuma Umeorah President Bola Tinubu yesterday restated his administration’s commitment to constitutional reforms and economic restructuring, disclosing that very soon, Nigeria would have a new Constitution. The President, represented by the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, disclosed this at the Mike Okonkwo Annual Lecture held in Lagos in […] The post FG considers new constitution, regional system, as Nwachukwu renews call for true federalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Tinubu remains committed to championing economic diversification –Shettima

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has described President Bola Tinubu as a leader with the political courage needed for impactful decisions and remains committed to diversifying Nigeria’s economy. He said in line with this, the Federal Government was contemplating the formation of a task team to design and implement a framework for […] The post Tinubu remains committed to championing economic diversification –Shettima appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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